Summer is still in full swing in my own closet and at all of my favorite retailers right now. At Reformation, Shopbop, Zara, and J.Crew, the new arrivals just keep coming, and I'm here to report on the latest bunch because they're really that good. I plopped myself on my couch (importantly, right in front of the AC) and spent my summer Friday doing a deep dive through all four sites. The number of tabs I had open at one time may have had my laptop making a certain whirring sound, so if you work in Who What Wear's IT department, consider this my formal apology.
Everyone else, though, consider this my gift to you: a few hours of labor and some minor tech issues to produce 46 of the coolest new arrivals on my radar, from the airy Zara top I just ordered and wore straight away (pictured here) to the Reformation sandals that are sparking a new shoe color trend. Below, shop the new arrivals that only the very chicest people will put in their carts, all handpicked by me.
Zara
ZARA
Satin Effect Frog Clasp Shirt
Already purchased and worn this week.
Zw Collection
Straight Darted Bermuda Shorts
Bermuda shorts are cool, but culottes are even cooler.
ZARA
100% Raffia Cap With Turn-Up
Très chic.
Zw Collection
Short Dress
Simple but impactful.
Zw Collection
Mid-Rise Barrel Patchwork Jeans
All the most forward dressers are wearing light-pink jeans this season.
ZARA
Rib Knit Lace Top
Peak pretty.
ZARA
Beaded Stone Cord Belt
I love a fun styling piece in the summer.
ZARA
Cotton V-Neck T-Shirt
Just a great elevated basic.
ZARA
Preppy Sunglasses
So '90s but also so now.
Zw Collection
Short Sleeve Lace Blouse
The kind of easy top I like to throw on with jeans when I can't be bothered.
ZARA
Trf Low Rise Striped Wide Leg Jeans
Yes, striped jeans are having a moment.
ZARA
Crochet Beaded Cap
Giving major "vacation in Ibiza" energy.
Zw Collection
Asymmetrical Top
I'm speechless.
ZARA
Satin Effect Balloon Pants
This silhouette is getting even more important this season.
Reformation
Reformation
Slyvette Satin Top
Fun!
Reformation
Arlette Pant
I've seen every pair of capris out there, but these might take the cake.
Reformation
Sherlyn Wedge Thong
This color is altering my brain chemistry.
Reformation
Nataly Knit Dress
Stripes over polka dots this summer. I said what I said.
Reformation
Noelle Tee
I'll play ball.
Reformation
Nora Short
I haven't stopped thinking about them, really.
Reformation
Silver Bell Bag
Pouches are the bags of the summer.
Reformation
Veya Silk Top
Oh, this? Just a really great, timeless basic.
Reformation
Blair High Rise Baby Bootcut Jeans
Is it crazy that I already want to shop for fall?
Reformation
Elliot Boucle Crew
It's giving Khaite.
Shopbop
Chan Luu
Techno Taffeta Barrel Pants
After their viral run at other retailers, I'm setting the over-under for these selling out at Shopbop in a week.
STAUD
Port Tote Bag
Our team can't stop talking about the striped version of this bag, but this leather iteration might be even better.
Kallmeyer
Kenzie T-Shirt
Cool girls aren't wearing plain white tees. They're wearing striped versions, specifically this Kallmeyer style.
Nike
Moon Shoe OG Sneakers
Arguably the coolest sneakers of 2026.
AGOLDE
Coulson Jacket
The color and the neckline are way too good.
SIR
Elsie Lace Gown
I can always count on SIR for a pretty dress.
Black Suede Studio
Crystal Jelly Flip Flops
It's all about the non-black flip-flops.
Coach
Suede Chelsea Shoulder Bag
The new Coach It bag that all my editor friends are wearing and shopping.
ALOHAS
Aven Leather Loafers
I've been on the hunt for a pair of cool ruched loafers, and that search ends now.
Lioness
Voyage Mini Dress
I'm getting major Carrie Bradshaw energy.
Vuori
All the Feels Slim Flare Leggings
What all the L.A. It girls are wearing to Pilates instead of classic leggings.
adidas
Taekwondo Mei Ballet Sneakers
You know you want a pair.
J.Crew
J.Crew
Everyday Wide-Leg Jean in Stripe
Just add a white tee.
J.Crew
Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace
If you know me, you know I'm all over this.
J.Crew
2025 Rollneck in Colorblock
The Rollnecks just keep getting better and better!
J.Crew
Boxer Short in Memory Satin
Easy but pretty.
J.Crew
Side-Tie Tunic Dress
Hello, swim cover-up.
J.Crew
Wide-Brim Crochet Bucket Hat in Striped Cotton
Scroll on if you hate compliments.
J.Crew
Boy Short Bikini Bottom in Classic Sculpt
Incredibly chic.
J.Crew
Wave Bikini Top in Classic Sculpt
Incredibly chic, part two.
J.Crew
Sadie Beach Dress in Cotton Voile Marigold Block Print
Scarf-inspired styles are everywhere this summer.
J.Crew
Sydney Contrast-Trim Scrunchie One-Piece Swimsuit
The contrast trim is peak 2026.
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I may have begun my first-ever season of Love Island USA six weeks ago, but I'm not new to the franchise—and the drama, of course. I've done a pretty good job of staying in the loop and keeping up with the Islanders on social media. I'm extremely familiar with the incredible vintage Cavalli looks that Leah Kateb wore in the villa and Olandria Carthen's heel collection that had everyone thinking she was at least 5'9" with a modeling contract. As a fashion editor, I notice showstopping looks, especially when they're televised.
Now that I'm 32 episodes deep into season 8, I've been thinking a lot about what I'd wear if I were ever cast on Love Island USA. (I'm a 28-year-old Gen Zer with lots of opinions and a crippling fear of how I'd be perceived by millions every day, so I don't actually want to be on the show. But a girl can dream.) Since this show has been consuming my evenings and social feeds for over a month, I decided to curate a packing list for a hypothetical extended vacation to Fiji. I scoured the internet for looks that would be perfect for the main events that happen in the villa. If you're ready for sexy dresses, sheer details, unique bikinis, fun heels, and more, keep scrolling.
When you enter the Love Island villa for the first time, you're not just introducing yourself to your fellow castmates; you're introducing yourself to the world. It's only right that you do so in style.
MESHKI
Ruvic Knit Maxi Beaded Dress in Baby Pink
The other women would be begging to borrow this dress. I'm calling it.
Bec and Bridge
Xanthi V Neck Maxi Dress
Only buy this if you're prepared to turn heads.
JENNY BIRD
Classic Anklet Stack
Accessories are integral to villa outfits. I'd wear this anklet every day.
Tiger Mist
Liliana Summer Maxi Dress
I'm loving this two-in-one situation. It feels sexy without being overdone.
LPA
Amara Heel
I'd pay the overweight-luggage fee just to ensure these raffia heels made it to Fiji with me.
Seven Wonders
Estella Halter High Slit Maxi Dress
No basic dresses in the villa.
BAOBAB
Mambo Maxi Dress
You're a walking sunset.
Peppermayo
Kolisa Beaded Halter Maxi Dress in Cream
The shell detailing is sublime.
MESHKI
Fiorella Embellished Satin Maxi Dress
I implore you to zoom in on the embellished cups. I'm swooning.
Every morning, the women get ready while the guys they're coupled up with serve them breakfast in the Glam Room. The women put on a full swimwear look to roam around the compound, tan, pull people for chats, work out, and gossip. Sounds like my ideal day. It's during this time that Islanders typically yell, "I got a text!" when they're notified that there's a challenge or recoupling night on the horizon.
Once the sun goes down, the couples all get dressed for the evening in full glam and entirely new head-to-toe looks. Similar to daytime in the villa, the couples use this time to explore new connections, spend time with their partners, or simply recap what drama ensued that day. There's no shortage of hair, makeup, and outfit inspo for viewers.
Danielle Guizio NY
Cyrielle Dress
You might lose count of how many chats you're pulled for while wearing this dress.
Lioness
Aura Poncho in Persian Jewel
These ponchos make any outfit feel 10 times more elevated.
MANGO
Striped Knitted Shorts
Bikini top, white tank, and kitten heels? Absolutely.
HOUSE OF CB
The Silhouette Bandage Halter Top
Bandage dresses made a much-needed comeback in 2025. For 2026, I give you the bandage top.
Norma Kamali
Pedal Pusher Capri Leggings in Black
Wear these with the bandage top above for that sleek, all-black look.
Larroudé x Ciao Lucia
Eloisa Sandal Black Leather
Who says you can't bring some whimsy to Love Island?
Reformation
Jillian Silk Top
I'd re-create this exact look as I waited for someone to pull me for a chat.
Abercrombie
Low Rise Baggy Jean
It's quite rare to see the women sporting jeans at any point during their six-week stint in Fiji, but I couldn't check a bag without a good pair of loose, baggy jeans to pair with a cute top.
Naked Wardrobe
Drape Sleeve Knit Minidress
I love seeing the women wearing loose and flowy silhouettes. This would be my take on it.
Schutz
Cordelia Sandal
A good pair of heels can work wonders for a simple outfit in the villa. Just ask Trinity.
H&M
Halterneck Wrapover Beach Dress
A minidress that's under $50 and packs a punch? You're coming to Fiji with me.
Realisation Par
The Hazel
Keep things fun and flirty.
VRG GRL
Tia Linen Mini Dress in Olive
I don't see enough linen on the show. Let's reintroduce summer's favorite fabric.
Recoupling nights are always the juiciest. This is when America's votes and opinions about the couples are revealed, people get eliminated, tensions rise, and unexpected pairings form. I like to think of it as the night to wear a revenge look, and all the pieces below embody that spirit.
Rat and Boa
Beatriz Dress
It's the butterfly motif for me.
Naked Wardrobe
Chiffon Asymmetric Maxi Skirt
Talk about a revenge outfit.
Brunel Beauty
Golden Hour Glow Body Oil
If Olandria from season 7 taught us anything, it's that no outfit is complete without body glow.
Naked Wardrobe
Rib Knit Braid Trim Crop Top
The braided trimming adds so much to the look.
JADED LONDON
Lavinia Backless Fringe Minidress
There's no way I'd get sent home wearing a dress this showstopping, right?
ASOS
Plunge Neck Gather Detail Mesh Maxi Dress in Chocolate
Look at the draping.
Bec and Bridge
Dante Spiral Halter Top
Ethereal.
Jimmy Choo
Lova Wedge 85
I'm speechless. (That never happens.)
PH5
Lyndon Wavy Mini Dress
Let's be honest: I'd pack this for just about any vacation.
Reformation
Luna Knit Bodysuit
The sheer bodice is so sexy, especially when paired with the skirt below.
LEAU
Vesper Sheer Mesh Knee Length Skirt in Black
Sheer bottoms are trending in the outside world, and I'd pack this skirt to wear on a big recoupling night.
Sam Edelman
Paloma Sandal
The gold straps, the raffia soles, the beaded detailing—this shoe screams vacation.
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